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Brilio.net - Everyone certainly needs to eat and drink to fill their body with energy every day. Well, this process will obviously involve teeth. Teeth are one of the most important organs in the digestive system whose function is to soften food so that it is easily digested by the stomach. However, the process of eating and drinking often leaves dirt between the teeth which is sometimes not properly looked after.
Residual dirt that is not cleaned properly can build up over time and cause problems in the form of tartar. The problem, known as dental calculus in the medical world, is a condition that describes the hardening (calcification) of dirt in the mouth due to its reaction with bacteria and saliva. This problem not only makes teeth turn yellow and look dirty, but also causes bad breath.
This problem certainly makes the other person uncomfortable and wants to end the conversation immediately. The main cause of tartar is bad habits, such as not maintaining regular oral hygiene. Habits such as regularly brushing your teeth and gargling with an antiseptic can prevent tartar from forming.
Apart from these factors, consuming foods and drinks that contain high levels of sugar and carbohydrates can also trigger the growth of bacteria in the mouth. If it's like that, tartar becomes difficult to remove. Actually, plaque and tartar buildup can be removed using intensive treatment.
Apart from going to the dentist, you can also use spices. As shown by Immy Maryam's YouTube channel. In the uploaded video, the channel owner uses a concoction made from the spice turmeric with baking soda and coconut oil.
The content and benefits of turmeric for getting healthy, tartar-free teeth.
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Reporting from the WebMD page, turmeric is a spice that contains anti-inflammatory properties that can treat inflammation of the gums. Meanwhile, the antibacterial properties of this material can also inhibit the growth of plaque and tartar. Plus, the curcumin content in it can also reduce bad breath and tooth infections.
Why are baking soda and coconut oil effective in treating tartar?
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Meanwhile, baking soda actually has abrasive properties which can help remove tartar without damaging enamel. Not only that, baking soda can also brighten and clean teeth naturally.
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Then, another additional ingredient, namely coconut oil or coconut oil, contains lauric acid which is antimicrobial, so it can overcome bacterial growth. On the other hand, the anti-inflammatory properties of coconut oil can reduce inflammation of the gums.
Interested in using this concoction to treat tartar? For those of you who don't know how, let's look at the information below, reported by briliobeauty.net from Immy Maryam's YouTube channel on Tuesday (20/2).
Ingredients:
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- 4 tablespoons turmeric powder
- 3 tablespoons baking soda
- 4 tablespoons coconut oil
- Petroleum jelly
How to make:
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1. Put turmeric powder into a clean container.
2. Pour baking soda and coconut oil.
3. Then, stir all the ingredients until evenly mixed.
How to use:
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1. Clean the skin area around the lips first using petroleum jelly .
2. Take a clean brush and place the mixture on the top of the cleaning tool.
3. Then, apply it to your teeth by rubbing it evenly and slowly for about two minutes.
4. Gargle with coconut oil.
5. Then, rinse your mouth using clean water.
6. If so, continue brushing your teeth using toothpaste as usual.
(brl/jad)
